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England’s best-known and most popular national park is a postcard landscape of shimmering lakes, craggy hilltops and ancient forests that has enchanted poets and painters since the late 18th century, when the Romantics first had their imaginations stirred by the panoramas that have remained unchanged to this day.
And what panoramas they are. There’s the classic Lakeland setting of Windermere, England’s largest lake and the primary destination for millions of tourists since the railroad was first built in the middle of the 19th century. On it is busy Bowness and the charming villages of Grasmere and Hawkshead, surrounded on all sides by beautiful mountains.
The north lakes – Ullswater, Bassenthwaite, Derwentwater, Loweswater – are quieter and wilder, in the shadow of the rugged Skiddaw range and with handsome Keswick at the heart of it. The lush Borrowdale Valley leads to the dramatic Honister mountain pass and into the natural lakes of Buttermere & Crummock.
Adventure seekers go west, to the higher ground of Great Langdale and the region’s major summits of Bowfell, Crinkle Crags and the biggest mountain of all, Scafell Pike.
The Lake District is an outdoor activities paradise, but its literary connections draw as many visitors as its walks do. William Wordsworth lived virtually all of his life here, drawing inspiration from the surrounding countryside to write some of the English language’s most enduring poetry. The landscape also proved a creative spark for the likes of Sameul Taylor Coleridge, Arthur Ransome and Beatrix Potter – who dedicated much of her life to protecting the Lake District’s beauty and heritage.
In all its beauty and diversity the Lake District remains as it has been for millennia, which is one of the reasons why in 2017 the national park was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site – its river valleys, lakes and mountains home to an unique hill-farming culture and ancient heritage that has been carefully preserved. Here in the Lake District we know how to take good care of you; we’ve had plenty of practice.
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Join us for an incredible adventure in the Great Langdale Valley in the heart of the Lake District…
Join us for an incredible adventure on the Coniston Fells, a stone's throw from the historic…
We're looking forward to welcoming Reuben Tighe to The Swan this coming May. Reuben Tighe…
In partnership with the Theatre by the Lake and part of the Fells for All festival, join in on a…
Learn a traditional rural craft and make your own timeless round basket with a handle. A course for…
Stuck for things to do this May Half Term? Whether you are a thrill seeker looking for…
A walking photography workshop around Ambleside and the nearby countryside with photographer Chris…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of…
Carmen declares that any man she loves should beware. However, even she is unprepared for what will…
Ambleside Roman Fort is set in one of the most scenic and tranquil locations in Britain and yet two…
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Join us for an epic day exploring the breathtaking Coniston fells with our expert guide, where…
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Our 2024 gala celebration will be taking place from Saturday 4th May - Monday 6th May, as we…
If you're dreaming of an adventure by bike, check out the Cycle Touring Festival, taking place from…
Cockermouth Mechanics' Band is a community brass band based in Cockermouth and active throughout…
A 112 mile charity sportive around the English Lake District.
A short National Park Volunteer-led guided walk using accessible paths to the summit of Orrest Head…
Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities,…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
The Lake District Where modern tourism was born
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Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite
Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall Country House Hotel and Spa.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Whether you’re keen to try outdoor activities or just want to relax and unwind in a stunning location, you'll enjoy every moment spent on a holiday at Fallbarrow Holiday Park.
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1443 reviewsKeswick
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica graphite mine which would have served as the source of the pencil industry over three centuries ago.
Penrith
Home Farm House, now completely modernised, was built in the mid-nineteenth century and is set in its own private garden. It has 2 king size bedrooms and 1 super king (downstairs). There are 3 bath or shower rooms and a large open plan…
Keswick
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick's largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK's longest established outdoor activity centre. With some of the best facilities in the Lake District and located in a truly beautiful and unique environment, we…
Coniston
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View the fully restored Bluebird craft in the Bluebird wing of the museum. Discover the mineral wealth of the fells, all at 'the most thought provoking…
Ireby
An elegant 18th century country house hotel set in its own extensive grounds in the stunning northern Lake District. Luxury accommodation, award-winning food and genuine hospitality. Dogs welcome.
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684 reviewsGreat Langdale
These two traditional Lakeland cottages are beautifully situated in Great Langdale valley in the heart of the Lake District where there are numerous walks to suit all abilities and ambitions.
Coniston
Grab your tent and get ready to set off on your next adventure. At our Coniston Park Coppice site we welcome tent campers and can accommodate tents of up to 3mx3m (approximately a 4-person tent). Dogs are welcome too.
Kendal
This warm and friendly cottage for 2 has wonderful views over the Lyth Valley. An excellent place in which to chill out and relax.
Wasdale
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set challenges. It may involve short scrambles, possible squeezes and crawls or even a rough stream walk. It can take you to places on the fell that you’d…
Grasmere
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and high thinking’. The sights, sounds and smells bring to life the bustling family home the Wordsworths would have known over 200 years ago.
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968 reviewsGraythwaite
We may be biased but genuinely believe we run watersports from one of the best locations in the Lake District; Grubbins Point on Windermere. From this sheltered bay on the southwest shore, we offer both instructed lessons and board hire. Stand up…
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330 reviewsBowness-on-Windermere
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet all your favourite characters and find out more about Beatrix Potter herself.
Hawkshead
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Our hub in Grizedale Forest packs a punch with both action and adventure. Explore the forest on two wheels with our all-terrain Segways or test your nerve amongst the trees…
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869 reviewsWindermere
Our modern, fully furnished and equipped caravan holiday homes are situated in a quiet area, adjacent to the main touring park yet within easy reach of all the park amenities.
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848 reviewsConiston
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
Windermere
A real Lakeland hidden treasure set in the beautiful village of Troutbeck, this 17thC solid stone and slate house sits imposingly on the hillside, its huge chimneys typical of the area.
Great Langdale, Ambleside
The Langdale Hotel & Spa in the heart of the Lake District, is the perfect place for getting away from it all.
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More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills and mountains of the English Lake District. We specialise in designing bespoke days out that are tailored to meet your goals and aspirations.
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